Dear Zoo Live

Name: Dear Zoo Live
Start: 2026-10-04T13:30:00+01:00
Location: Theatre Royal

Sun 4 Oct 2026 at 1:30PM

Theatre Royal, Nottingham

Main Auditorium

Tickets

Sun 4 Oct 2026

1:30PM

Tickets

Show times are subject to change and published where available.

Tickets £18.50

Dear Zoo the timeless children’s classic book returns to the stage!

See our characters write to the Zoo. Who will be delivered? A cheeky monkey, a jumpy frog and of course a perfect puppy.

Help your children learn as the book leaps onto the stage and share a magical experience as the story unfolds with child-engaging puppets, music and lots of audience interaction.

Rod Campbell is the master of interactive storytelling and an expert in early learning for pre-schoolers. As a trusted household name, his books have stood the test of time and continue to be a staple addition to the family bookshelf and a popular choice for early years’ teachers. The creator of more than 200 books for children, Rod Campbell’s unique ability to be both fun and reassuring encourages children to discover and delight in the world around them.

Celebrating 35 years in 2017, the story of a child who writes to the zoo asking them to send a pet continues to delight each new generation of children as they lift the flaps in search of the perfect animal.

This show is suitable for all ages
Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult aged 18+

Running time: 55 minutes, no interval. Doors: 12.30pm

Babe in arms: No ticket is required for children under 12 months but will be required to sit on the lap of a parent or guardian.

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Under 16s
All tickets £16.50

Two people stood either side a box with a basket on the top that has a puppet snake inside.

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There is a giant red crate, with the word DANGER on it, a cartoon lion poking out the top. A person is stood next to it with their hands up in the air.

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There is a giant red crate, with the word DANGER on it, a cartoon lion poking out the top. There are two people stood either side of the crate kneeling down.

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There is a giant yellow crate, with the words VERY HEAVY! on it, a cartoon elephant poking out the top. Two people stood either side of the crate, one is trying to pull it and thoe other trying to push it.

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Three people one is holding a puppet dog, the other two are fussing the dog. There is a red chair with a box on it that says FROM ALL YOUR FRIENDS AT THE ZOO

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Help your children learn as the book leaps onto the stage and share a magical experience as the story unfolds with child-engaging puppets, music and lots of audience interaction.

Dear Zoo Live Education Pack

Dear Zoo Live Colouring Sheet

Whatsgoodtodo.co.uk

'A must-see for fans of the book, and for any young child who likes animals!’ ★★★★★

My Theatre Mates

‘A superb theatrical production’ ★★★★★

Entertainmentviews.co.uk

'This show is the perfect running time and there’s no interval, so momentum isn’t lost. If you’re looking for a family trip to the theatre, this is one of the best.' ★★★★★

Whatsgoodtodo.co.uk

'A must-see for fans of the book, and for any young child who likes animals!’ ★★★★★

My Theatre Mates

‘A superb theatrical production’ ★★★★★

Entertainmentviews.co.uk